Hy ’ s Steakhouse 1 Lombard Pl , 204‐942‐1000 . A classic Winnipeg establishment for more than 60 years , comfortably opulent with traditional dark panelling . WA ,
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The Keg Steakhouse & Bar 115 Garry St , 204-942‐7619 ; 2034 McGillivray Blvd , 204-477‐5300 ; 2553 Portage Ave , 204-885‐5275 . The Keg delivers sizzling steaks , prime rib and lobster tails . WA , LP , SP , A , IA , M , V Rae & Jerry ’ s 1405 Portage Ave , 204-783‐6155 . Little has changed at this steakhouse since 1957 . Attentive service and consistent , well-executed meals . Old school favourites are superior .
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TAP / TASTING ROOMS
Taprooms city-wide offer stylish settings to sip craft brews on site . Barn Hammer Brewing Co , 595 Wall St , Barnhammerbrewing . ca ; Devil May Care Brewing Company , 155-A Fort St , 204-955- 6258 ; Good Neighbour Brewing , 116 Sherbrook St , 431-887-BEER ; Half Pints Brewing Co , 550 Roseberry St , 204‐832‐PINT ( 7468 ); Kilter Brewing Co . 450 Rue Deschambault , Lake of the Woods Brewing Co , 242 Hargrave St , 833-321-2337 ; Little Brown Jug , 336 William Ave , 204‐500‐0441 ; Low Life Barrel House , 398 Daly St N ; Nonsuch Brewing Co , 125 Pacific Ave , 204-666-7824 ; Patent 5 Distillery 108 Alexander Ave , 204-995-4999 ; Sookram ’ s Brewing Co , 479-B Warsaw Ave , Sookrams . com ; Stone Angel Brewing Co , 9-1875 Pembina Hwy ; Torque Brewing Co , 330‐830 King Edward St , 204‐941‐1723 ; Trans Canada Brewing Co , 1-1290 Kenaston Blvd , 204‐666‐2337 .
TEA HOUSE
Tea Story 224 Osborne St , 204‐477‐1102 . Bright and playful Japan-influenced space boasts an extensive list of flowering , aged , organic and bubble teas . Sweet or savoury waffle sandwiches are satisfying fuel . WA , A , IA , M , V Panda Tea 5 locations . Tea room serving milk tea , slush drinks and bubble tea in flavours like passionfruit , red bean and taro . Opt in for tapioca to get a chewy surprise in your tea . IA , M , V
THAI
Bangkok Thai 100 Osborne St , 2nd floor , 204- 474‐0908 . Located at the corner of Osborne and River , this sunlit room creates the perfect setting for exotic Thai dishes . LP , IA , M , V bestlist
Magic Thailand 842 Logan Ave , 204-774-0839 . Well-travelled locals in the know consider this simply styled spot a go-to for authentic cusine like curries and stir fry dishes . Stuffed chicken wings are stand-out . WA , IA , M , V Sabai Thai Eatery 1113 Corydon Ave , 204‐888‐6508 . A hot spot with popular standbys and a few contemporary house specials . Pickerel cheeks in rich peanutsesame sauce and laap salad . shouldn ' t be missed . WA , LP , SP , IA , M , V Siam Thai 587 St . Anne ’ s Rd , 204-254‐7765 . Suburban eatery focuses its cuisine on central Thailand and uses the freshest produce . Many signatures at this chef-driven spot means seats fill up at popular . times . WA , LP , IA , M , V Sukhothai 191 Osborne St , 204-633‐6907 . The modern interior is a good counterpoint to classic Thai cuisine . The perfect hot and sour soup and spicy curries keep customers loyal over decades . WA , LP , IA , M , V
VEGETARIAN
The ever-increasing number of plant-based eateries in our city is reflective of the consumer shift toward a greener diet . These restaurants are trailblazers in offering plant-based menus .
Delicious Vegetarian [ Chinese ] 1467 Pembina Hwy , 204-477‐1530 . This little spot offers an abundance of inventive Chinese vegetarian and vegan dishes bound to satisfy deep cravings . LP , V Fortify 123 Marion St , 204-231-5333 . Health-focused eatery within a holisltic wellness centre serves nutrient-dense plant-based eats and a large selection of energizing smoothies . Shop for natural personal care products . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V Green Carrot Juice Co . 132 Osbone St , 204‐691‐0771 ; 11-2090 Corydon Ave , 204‐414‐3401 ; Airport , 2000 Wellington Ave , 204-691-0771 . A health-conscious menu of coldpressed juices , smoothies and light fare . WA , A , IA , M , V Roughage Eatery 126 Sherbrook St , 204-779-8344 . Vegan restaurant serves a selection of plant-based sandwiches , and mains like its play on mac and cheese . WA , IA , M , V Verde Juice Bar 887 Westminster Ave , 204-615-8733 . Mod spot serves energy boosting juices and smoothies alongside superfood salads and snacks . Try the acai bowl , loaded with berries and shredded coconut . WA , AI , M , V
VIETNAMESE
Chao 645 Corydon Ave , 415-8699 Exuberant hospitality draws at this newcomer . French flavours influence the divine dishes . Try the garlic mussels in cream .. LP , A , IA , M , V Dalat 2‐1170 Taylor Ave , 204-895‐3222 . Highlights among almost 200 menu choices are hot and sour soup , ginger-fried beef and shrimp with lemongrass . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V Pho Binh Minh 101-819 Sargent Ave , 204-505-1506 Authentic fare served up in a smart spacious setting . Traditional favourites like noodle bowls and soups are staples and don ' t miss the signature crepe . Pho Hoang 4 locations . The pho at these chic and comfortable spots ranks among the city ’ s best . Rich broth gains its deep flavour from a 24-hour simmering process WA , LP , A , IA , M , V Thanh Huong 534 Sargent Ave , 204-774‐8888 . French‐accented North Vietnamese and Chinese cuisine is on offer at this West End spot . The satay beef soup is a triumph . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V
WORLD FOOD
Reflecting Winnipeg ’ s ethnocultural diversity , this category represents our top choices from the many small , primarily family‐run restaurants in town . The decor at most of these is simple and / or the location is out of the way . However , each restaurant represents food from the owner ’ s culture , with sometimes astonishingly low prices that reflect the simplicity of the service and surroundings , not the quality of the food .
Asian Hot Pot [ Chinese / Asian ] 740 Corydon Ave , 204‐615‐8878 . Do-it-yourself-deliciousness in the form of soups that simmer at the table . Plenty of add-ons . WA , LP , A , M , V Baraka Pita Bakery [ Lebanese ] 1783 Main St , 204‐334‐2004 . Famous for house-fired pita bread , this North End gem offers falafel pitas , pita pizzas and specialty dips like hummus . WA , IA , V , M Beaurivage Bistro [ Lebanese ] 788 Corydon Ave , 204-691-6999 . Charming Lebanese eatery with a prix fixe dinner menu . Try kibbeh , a delicious spiced beef croquette . WA ,
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BMC Market [ Mexican ] 1113 Henderson Hwy , 722 Osborne Street , 204-306-4188 . Bargain spot for some of the city ’ s best tacos and quesadillas . A tiny but impressive shelf of Mexican specialties . IA , M , V
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